

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Koh Yang, located off Koh Adang, offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring a reef, wall, and pinnacle. Divers can explore depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Visibility typically spans 10 to 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and the site is suited for intermediate divers due to moderate currents and potential surge near the structures. Divers should plan their entry around tidal timing to manage current strength. Species recorded around this area include wrasses, butterflyfish, parrotfish, anemonefish, surgeonfish, sea kraits, titan triggerfish, giant morays, and painted spiny lobsters.
6.54030, 99.26138
Time your dive around slack tide when the current eases, as this site can run hard and makes for a very different experience depending on when you hit the water. Confirm current conditions with your operator before heading out, as they shift considerably between seasons.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
29-31°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
50 min
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, butterflyfish, parrotfish, anemonefish, surgeonfish, sea kraits, titan triggerfish, giant morays, and painted spiny lobsters.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the presence of moderate currents and surge that require careful management.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Access to Koh Yang is by boat only.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, though users should be aware of current and surge conditions.
Diving at Koh Yang in Koh Lipe requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Koh Yang in Koh Lipe. Water temperatures range from 29°C to 31°C.
Expect moderate currents at Koh Yang in Koh Lipe. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Koh Yang in Koh Lipe typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.